Whole plant infusions are skincare formulations that utilize the entire plant — including its leaves, stems, flowers, and roots — to create potent extracts that offer a wide range of benefits for the skin. Unlike isolated plant extracts or essential oils, whole plant infusions capture the full spectrum of phytonutrients, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds present in the plant.

We create our own Icelandic Botanical Complex using wildcrafted Icelandic botanicals, made in small batches at our studio in Kópavogur.

Why Whole Plant Infusions Work

1. Synergistic Effects: By retaining the natural balance of the plant's constituents, whole plant infusions offer enhanced efficacy compared to isolated extracts.
2. Full Spectrum of Nutrients: They contain a rich array of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids that nourish and replenish the skin.
3. Potent Antioxidant Protection: Rich in antioxidants that neutralize free radicals and protect the skin from oxidative damage and environmental stressors.
4. Anti-inflammatory Properties: Many whole plant infusions soothe and calm irritated or inflamed skin, making them ideal for sensitive or reactive skin types.
5. Gentle and Non-irritating: Generally well-tolerated and suitable for all skin types, including the most sensitive.
6. Environmental Sustainability: Utilizing the entire plant promotes sustainability and minimizes waste.

ANGAN harvests some of the most healing and nourishing native herbs and flowers from Iceland to create our signature Icelandic Botanical Complex (IBC). This carefully curated blend harnesses the most concentrated phytonutrients to combat inflammation and help soothe, regenerate, and protect the skin.

The ANGAN IBC features calming Wild Nettle, refining Dandelion, stimulating Red Clover, soothing Yarrow and anti-inflammatory Arctic Thyme. Together these powerful plants create a vibrant and nutrient-dense combination full of minerals and vitamins to care for the skin.